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Reconciliation Action Plan

THE SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA ACKNOWLEDGES THE TRADITIONAL OWNERS THROUGHOUT THIS VAST REGION AND THEIR CONTINUING CONNECTION TO THE LAND, WATERS AND COMMUNITY.

WE PAY RESPECTS TO THE MEMBERS OF THESE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITIES, THEIR CULTURES, AND TO THEIR ELDERS PAST, PRESENT AND EMERGING.

In November 2022, the Shire of East Pilbara released its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). The Shire’s Reflect RAP concentrates on building the foundations to setup our organisation to achieve the Shire of East Pilbara’s and its community’s vision for reconciliation.

During engagement with the community for the development of the Shire’s Strategic Community Plan 2022-2032, the community described its vision for the East Pilbara as a community and place that is:

Proud, connected and resourceful;
Caring for our vast and ancient naturescapes from desert to sea, under the endless sky;
Building on our strengths to grow and create opportunities for all.

Collaboration, partnerships and mutually reinforcing efforts towards the vision are critical to the success of the Plan.

The Shire of East Pilbara has committed to completing the actions and deliverables identified in this RAP. This approach will ensure we are in a strong position to implement effective and mutually beneficial initiatives as part of any future RAPs’.

For more information relating the Shire’s Reconciliation Action Plan, please contact the Shire of East Pilbara on 08 9175 8000 or email [email protected].

What is Reconciliation?

At its heart, reconciliation is about strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous peoples, for the benefit of all Australians. – Reconciliation Australia

Reconciliation is an ongoing journey that reminds us that while generations of Australians have fought hard for meaningful change, future gains are likely to take just as much, if not more, effort.

In a just, equitable and reconciled Australia, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children will have the same life chances and choices as non-Indigenous children, and the length and quality of a person’s life will not be determined by their racial background.

What is a Reconciliation Action Plan?

A Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) provides an opportunity for our organisation to turn good intentions into real action and to rise to the challenge of reconciling Australia. A RAP takes a holistic approach to create meaningful relationships, enhanced respect and promote sustainable opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

The RAP framework, developed by Reconciliation Australia, includes four types of RAPs, each offering a different level of engagement and support. The ‘Reflect RAP’ is the first step in this journey for the Shire of East Pilbara. It will enable us to focus on building relationships and raising awareness to ensure shared understanding and ownership of the actions and deliverables.

Organisations across Australia have their own RAP, including schools, government organisations and private businesses.

Together, they deliver tangible and sustained benefits for a reconciled future.